The description below is taken from the Airfix catalogue this kit was first seen in. There is also extra information underneath the main catalogues description including the changes to the name of this kit in the catalogues.
Airfix Catalogue description:The Airfix model of this 15-ton Diesel Hydraulic Crane is fully operating and is made from 79 detailed parts. The boom and crane are raised and lowered by means of the key provided. They turn through a complete circle, the crane platform is mounted on a pair of 4-wheel bogies. Correct transfer markings are included and the kit is in two colours, wheels black, remainder authentic red. Choice of coupling is supplied dummy scale or "Buckeye". - Taken from the 1st edition catalogue (1962)
17th edition catalogue (1980), listed as 15-ton Diesel Crane from 15-ton Diesel-Hydraulic Crane.
17th edition catalogue (1980), recorded as a Series 3 kit.
Airfix Series (first appearance): 2 First Issued: 1962
This kit appeared in these catalogues:
1st Edition (1962) Ref: R202 2nd Edition (1963) Ref: R202 3rd Edition (1964) Ref: R202 4th Edition (1966) Ref: R202 17th Edition (1980) Ref: 03622-3
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